Serving 988 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert Akins Rd Elementary serves the southwest part of Fuquay Varina, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 13 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School's student population of 988 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School's ranking?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School often compared to?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballentine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School?
988 students attend Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School offer ?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School part of?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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